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The 2023 Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award has been awarded to Lizzo. At 35, the singer is being recognized for her generous contributions to charitable causes and her dedication to social justice. Throughout her career, Lizzo has championed and financially supported several organizations, notably donating over $500,000 to groups like Black […]

Local pet owners now have a new option for emergency services. The Erie Canal Animal Hospital, situated on South Union Street in Spencerport, has announced its new urgent care offering. To cater to pets requiring immediate attention that can’t hold off for the next standard appointment, they’ve added an extra veterinarian available from 8 am […]

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September 8, 2023

Chlöe Bailey captivated audiences with multiple performances from her debut album “In Pieces” during her first solo appearance on NPR’s renowned “Tiny Desk” concert series. Check out her Tiny Desk performance below. Source: BET

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin recently returned to Rochester to film a fresh commercial. Hamlin takes the lead role in a new NFL advertisement for Fanatics, the sports apparel brand, filmed at Martinizing Dry Cleaning in Perinton. Rochester-born Barry Sonders, currently an executive producer and managing partner at pf100 in Los Angeles, oversaw the production. […]

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September 7, 2023

New Bethel CME Church is celebrating 100 years of Service with a Gala on Saturday, September 30 at the DoubleTree by Hilton.  The Keynote Speaker will be Mayor Malik Evans.  Tickets are $100 and can be purchased by calling (585) 232-3815 or emailing newbethelcme270@gmail.com.

Starting next week a new law will go into effect for gun retailers and customers background checks. Starting on the 13th of September gun retailers will be required to send background checks on ammunition to the New York State Police, normally that information goes directly to the FBI. This new law is a part of Governor […]

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is warning about a new scam with fake jury duty. Reports are saying scammers are randomly calling people pretending to be law enforcement to inform them that they missed jury duty, and they must pay money. Do not give any personal information over the phone. https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/top-stories/scammers-pose-as-law-enforcement-trying-to-get-folks-to-pay-for-missing-jury-duty/

Last year, Rochester Mayor Malik Evans created a task force investigating Rochester’s housing crisis. The mayor said 16 recommendations were made by his Housing Quality Task Force, one of which is code enforcement. More than 60 percent of Rochester residents rent, and an independent analysis last year found that half of that housing is substandard.  […]

Eddie Murphy will feature in his debut holiday film alongside Primetime Emmy award-winner Tracee Ellis Ross. They will play husband and wife in Prime Video’s upcoming movie, “Candy Cane Lane,” slated for a December release. The film revolves around a humorous festive quest of a man determined to clinch victory in his neighborhood’s yearly Christmas […]

At Innovative Field on Tuesday, local stars hit the dance floor in support of a noble initiative. In the first-ever “Dancing with the Arc” event, five local figures partnered with individuals from the Arc of Monroe. You can still cast your vote for the best dancing duo here for just $5, with all proceeds benefiting […]


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